Renault Austral
A high-tech, hybrid successor to the Kadjar with Google-powered brains.
- Power
- 200 bhp
- Top speed
- 109 mph
About the Renault Austral
Launched in 2022 as a replacement for the Kadjar, the Renault Austral represents a significant step up in interior quality and technology for the French brand. It is built on the CMF-CD platform and features a sophisticated E-Tech full hybrid powertrain that uses a clutchless multimode gearbox derived from Renault's F1 expertise. The cabin is dominated by the 'OpenR' screen, a Google-based infotainment system that is widely considered one of the best in its class for usability. While it prioritises efficiency and urban electric-only driving, the Austral also offers agile handling, particularly when equipped with the optional 4Control four-wheel steering system.
Renault Austral specs
The Renault Austral produces 200 bhp (149 kW) and 205 Nm (151 lb-ft) of torque. It has a top speed of 109 mph (175 km/h).
| Make | Renault |
|---|---|
| Model | Austral |
| Trim | E-Tech Hybrid Techno |
| Years | 2022–2025 |
| Type | SUV |
| Body style | SUV |
| Country | France |
| Engine | 1.2-litre 3-cylinder turbo hybrid |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 1,199 cc (1.2 litres) |
| Induction | Turbocharged |
| Power | 200 bhp (149 kW) at 4,500 rpm |
| Torque | 205 Nm (151 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 5,500 rpm |
| Top speed | 109 mph (175 km/h) |
| Transmission | Multimode automatic |
| Drivetrain | Front-wheel drive |
| Weight | 1,517 kg (3,344 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 132 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
Renault Austral rarity in CarSpot
The Renault Austral is a Common card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 12 out of 100. Everyday cars you can spot on almost any street. A Common card is worth 10 XP.
Each model's tier starts from a 0–100 score based on its value plus its power or production numbers. Once enough players have spotted a model, how often it is spotted can move it up or down one tier. How CarSpot rarity works
Rarity is a collectible game mechanic, not an assessment of real-world scarcity or value.
Renault Austral fun facts
- The Austral's name is derived from the Latin word 'australis', a name Renault has had trademarked since 2005.
- Its complex multimode transmission has 15 possible operating combinations between the petrol engine and two electric motors.
- The interior features a sliding rear bench that can increase boot space from 430 to 555 litres depending on passenger needs.
